Laura Robertson

About

I am an experienced art critic, with specific interest in blending experimental and subjective writing with journalism. Since graduating in 2008 (BA Visual Arts) and 2020 (MA Writing), I’ve developed an ambitious portfolio career, concurrently teaching, writing and editing.I am a guest tutor at a wide range of Higher Education Institutions (including at Central Saint Martins, Liverpool John Moores University), and I mentor young people and adults across industry (including for Arts Emergency, Finnish Art Agency, Paper Gallery). I am a widely published writer with bylines in major international publications (including frieze, ArtReview, Art Monthly), as well as independent press. I have been a regular guest critic on the popular British culture show BBC Radio 4 Front Row since 2018. Represented by United Agents, London's leading literary and talent agency, I am currently writing a creative non-fiction book about night terrors, grief and contemporary art.As a result, I have an astute understanding of international art practices, histories, theories and contexts, and excellent professional networks. I am a highly organised, reliable and personable colleague; I listen to, collaborate with and support my peers and students.An important part of my current role as Lecturer in BA Photography at the University of Bolton is to challenge the canon, through criticism and contemporary debate. It is, indisputably, a socially inclusive university: 98% of our full-time students are from state schools; 90% identify as BAME; 86% have a registered disability. I am preparing my cohort for sustainable careers across arts and commercial practice; encouraging confidence and aspiration in the face of seemingly insurmountable barriers. Widening participation is highly important to me, as is compassion-led teaching.// Website https://laurarobertsoniswriting.cargo.site/